Author Archives: Ann Rudd

The Surprising Profile of the Real Estate Investor

Over 10% of all residential homes are purchased by investors, and that number continues to rise. Who are these investors? Many have speculated that the large institutional conglomerates such as…

Written by Ann Rudd

July 22, 2019

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What A Difference A Year Makes for Sellers

Over the last few years, many sellers have been hesitant to put their houses on the market because they feared not being able to find another home to buy. We’ve reported on…

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July 19, 2019

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Should Your Refinance Your Home?

With the recent lower interest rates, many homeowners are wondering if they should refinance. To decide if refinancing is the best option for your family, start by asking yourself these…

Written by Ann Rudd

July 18, 2019

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Debunking Homebuying Myths Today

Written by Ann Rudd

July 17, 2019

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Is Your First Home Within Your Grasp?

Written by Ann Rudd

July 16, 2019

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4 Tips To Sell Your Home Faster

Since June of last year, we have seen an increase in the inventory of homes for sale month per month. Every spring and summer, the inventory increases because people want…

Written by Ann Rudd

July 15, 2019

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Americans’ Powerful Belief In Homeownership As An Investment

The Federal Reserve Bank (The Fed) recently released their 2019  Survey of Consumer Expectations Housing Survey. The survey reported that 65% of Americans believe homeownership is a good financial investment. Since 2014,…

Written by Ann Rudd

July 12, 2019

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5 Powerful Reasons To Own Instead Of Rent

Owning a home has great financial benefits. In a recent research paper, Homeownership and the American Dream, Laurie S. Goodman and Christopher Mayer of the Urban Land Institute explained: “Homeownership appears…

Written by Ann Rudd

July 11, 2019

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Now’s The Time To Move-Up And Upgrade Your Current Home!

Homes priced at the top 25% of the price range for a particular area of the country are considered “premium homes.” In today’s real estate market, there are deals to…

Written by Ann Rudd

July 10, 2019

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10 Steps to Buying a Home this Summer

Written by Ann Rudd

July 9, 2019

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